Varytec Colors SonicStrobe User manual

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User manual

Musikhaus Thomann

Thomann GmbH

Hans-Thomann-Straße 1

96138 Burgebrach

Germany

Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0

E-mail: [email protected]

Internet: www.thomann.de

14.02.2020, ID: 472595

Table of contents

1 General information................................................................................................................................. 6

1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 7

1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 8

1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 8

2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 11

3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 17

4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 18

5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 21

6 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 24

7 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 30

7.1 Functions in 7-channel mode...................................................................................................... 34

7.2 Functions in 13-channel mode................................................................................................... 35

7.3 Functions in 22-channel mode................................................................................................... 38

7.4 Functions in 148-channel mode................................................................................................. 42

8 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 45

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9 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 47

10 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 48

11 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 50

12 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 51

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1 General information

This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and

follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure

that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure

that they also receive this manual.

Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐

fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the

user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.

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1.1 Further information

On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the

following points:

Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.

Keyword search

Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of

interest for you quickly.

Online guides

Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics

and terms.

Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.

Service

If you have any problems with the device the customer service will

gladly assist you.

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1.2 Notational conventions

This manual uses the following notational conventions:

The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.

Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.

Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.

Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ .

1.3 Symbols and signal words

In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are

used in this manual.

Letterings

Displays

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Signal word Meaning

DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an

immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or

serious injury if it is not avoided.

WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐

sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious

injury if it is not avoided.

NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐

sible dangerous situation that can result in material and

environmental damage if it is not avoided.

Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – high-voltage.

Warning – dangerous optical radiation.

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Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – suspended load.

Warning – danger zone.

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2 Safety instructions

This device is intended to be used as an illumination eect. The device is designed for profes‐

sional use and is not suitable for use in households. Use the device only as described in this

user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be

improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for

damages resulting from improper use.

This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual

abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this

device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.

Intended use

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DANGER!

Danger for children

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not

within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!

Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from

the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!

Never let children unattended use electrical devices.

DANGER!

Electric shock caused by high voltages inside

Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never

remove any covers.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or

damaged.

Safety

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DANGER!

Electric shock caused by short-circuit

Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐

tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so

could result in electric shock/death or re. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐

tered electrician.

WARNING!

Eye damage caused by high light intensity

Never look directly into the light source.

WARNING!

Risk of epileptic shock

Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons

should avoid looking at strobe lights.

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NOTICE!

Risk of re

Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat

source. Keep the device away from naked ames.

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NOTICE!

Operating conditions

This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never

expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and

strong vibrations.

Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter

‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctua‐

tions and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to tem‐

perature uctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures).

Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient

conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by

qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other

malfunction.

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NOTICE!

Power supply

Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches

the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual

current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and

possibly injure the user.

Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long

periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or re.

NOTICE!

Possible damage due to installation of a wrong fuse

The use of dierent types of fuses can cause serious damage to the unit. Fire

hazard!

Only fuses of the same type may be used.

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3 Features

n LED stroboscope with ambient eect

n 216 × CW LEDs for bright and dynamic strobe, blinder and wash eects

n 144 × RGB LEDs for colourful accents in the background

n Up to 48 individually controllable segments with the RGB LEDs

n Control via DMX and via buttons and display on the unit

n Operating modes:

– Master/Slave

– Sound control via built-in microphone

– Auto operation

– DMX

n 17 built-in chase programmes in automatic mode and sound control

n Flash rate: 20 Hz

n Swivelling mounting bracket

For technological reasons, the light output of LEDs decreases over their lifetime. This eect

increases with higher operating temperature. You can extend the service life of the illuminants

by providing adequate ventilation and operating the LEDs with the lowest possible brightness.

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4 Installation

Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the

equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during

transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable

for transport or storage, respectively.

WARNING!

Risk of injury caused by falling objects

Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply

in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment,

such as a safety cable or a safety chain.

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NOTICE!

Risk of overheating

The distance between light output and the illuminated surface must be more

than 1.5 m (19.7in).

Provide sucient ventilation.

The ambient temperature must always be below 40 °C (104 °F).

NOTICE!

Possible data transmission errors

For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐

nary microphone cables.

Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli‐

ers.

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You can install the unit in hanging or standing position. When in use, the device must always

be attached to a solid surface or an approved truss. Use the openings provided on the two-

piece bracket for attaching.

Always work from a stable platform whenever installing, moving or servicing the unit. In doing

so, the area underneath the unit must be cordoned o.

The safety cable must be attached to the safety eyelet.

Please note that this device must not be connected to a dimmer.

Mounting options

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